Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – ER (emergency department) travel assignment in San Luis Obispo, California. Start date: 08/17/2026. Duration: 8 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,373–$2,461. Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3×12). Setting: emergency department care in a 24/7 healthcare environment. This assignment is travel - temporary. Healthforce Healthcare LLC is the hiring organization for this opening.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,373–$2,461 per week
- Contract duration: 8 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3×12)
- Hours per week: 36
- Start date: 08/17/2026
- Setting: emergency department care (travel assignment)

Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care for ED patients across the lifespan, from newborns to geriatrics
- Manage triage, initial treatment, monitoring, and discharge planning
- Administer medications, perform rapid assessments, and respond to rapidly changing patient needs
- Collaborate with the ED team and CNA support for safe, efficient patient flow
- Document care, maintain accurate charts, and uphold infection control and safety protocols
- Support families and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure smooth transitions of care

Requirements
- Active RN licensure (state-specific requirements not listed in posting)
- Current BLS certification
- Ability to work nights and 12-hour shifts
- Experience in emergency department or high-acuity, fast-paced care preferred
- Demonstrated ability to triage, assess, and manage care across age groups
- Strong communication and teamwork skills in a dynamic environment

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Assistance with credentialing and onboarding processes
- Competitive weekly pay with standard payroll support

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PAY DISCLAIMER RULE
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.